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Criminal Justice Associate Degrees
Criminal justice associate degrees are generally 2-year programs that prepare students for entry-level jobs in criminal justice. With this degree, you can work in law enforcement, the court system, corrections or private security. Depending on your schedule, you can sometimes complete an associate's degree in less than two years at many of the schools below. Some students can even apply previous criminal justice or military experience toward school credit.
An associate degree in criminal justice is a very popular degree in the U.S. because many law enforcement agencies now require some college credit to be considered for employment. In fact, many law enforcement agents now hold an associate's or bachelor's degree.
When you graduate with a criminal justice associate degree, you may be able to find an entry-level criminal justice job. On the other hand, you may decide to transition into a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and increase your knowledge before looking for a job.
Associate's Degrees in Criminal Justice: Requirements
To begin your associate's degree one of our affiliate schools, you must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Online Criminal Justice Schools
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Degrees Offered:
- Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice (Online)
- Associate of Arts in Homeland Security (Online)
- Associate of Arts in Paralegal Studies (Online)
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Degrees Offered:
- Associate in Applied Science in Human Services (Online)
- Associate in Applied Science in Criminal Justice (Online)
- Associate in Applied Science in Paralegal Studies (Online)
- Associate in Applied Science in Fire Science (Online)
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Degrees Offered:
- Associate's in Criminal Justice / Home Land Security (Online)
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Degrees Offered:
- Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice
- Associate of Arts in Human Services Management
Campuses: Online
Degrees Offered:
- Associate - Criminal Investigations (Online)
- Associate - Criminal Justice (Online)
Campuses: Online
Degrees Offered:
- Associate's in Criminal Justice (Online)
- Associate's in Paralegal Studies (Online)
Campuses: Online
Degrees Offered:
- A.A.S. Criminal Justice
- A.A.S. Fire Science
- A.A.S. Occupational Safety and Health
Campuses: Online
Degrees Offered:
- Associate of Applied Science in Computer Security (Online)
- Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice (Online)
Ohio Criminal Justice Schools
Campuses: Lancaster
Degrees Offered:
- Associate's - Criminal Justice
- Associate's - Paralegal Studies
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Program outcomes vary according to each institution's specific curriculum and employment opportunities are not guaranteed.
Earning a degree may not qualify you for specialized careers that require more education or experience in the field.